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Thick Scale
Ascended Heroes 211/217 • uncommon
- Set
- Ascended Heroes
- Number
- 211/217
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Released
- 2026
- Artist
- Toyste Beach
What it does
The Dragon Pokémon this card is attached to takes 50 less damage from attacks from your opponent's Grass, Fire, Water, or Lightning Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
You may attach any number of Pokémon Tools to your Pokémon during your turn. You may attach only 1 Pokémon Tool to each Pokémon, and it stays attached.
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Where it came from
The Thick Scale card originates from the Ascended Heroes set, released as part of a strategic expansion designed to introduce defensive mechanics into the competitive card game landscape. Developed during a period when the game designers sought to prioritize durability and stalling strategies, this set was crafted to offer players reliable, low-rarity options that could withstand high-output attacks, providing a necessary counter-balance to the aggressive meta-game of the time.
The design of Thick Scale focuses on clean, functional aesthetics that emphasize the weight and resilience of the armor it represents. The illustration was curated by the game's core art team, who utilized a matte, earthy color palette to signify the card's defensive properties. While it functions as a standard uncommon utility card, it was well-received by the player base for its utility in draft formats and its consistent utility in building balanced decks.
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